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  1. trlvn

    Case hardened steel

    I don't know any local shops that would have that kind of capacity. Cost is a factor too. I really don't _need_ that much stock in that diameter. I got it for cheap from an auction. (Maybe the case-hardening is why the former owner never used it!) I've found a place recently that has...
  2. trlvn

    Case hardened steel

    That's what I thought--need to heat to critical temperature (770C or 1400F) to anneal. I'm having trouble imaging _why_ a shaft would be case-hardened. In old line shaft setups, did this prevent the loose pulley from wearing away the shaft? Craig
  3. trlvn

    Case hardened steel

    Hi: I've got a chuck of steel that appears to be case hardened. Do I have to fully anneal it to work with it? The piece is nearly 6 feet long and roughly 2-3/4" diameter. There are keyways and flats so I think this was probably a shaft in a machine originally. I ruined a bandsaw blade...
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    Tools of the Trades, Oct 6, 2024, Pickering Ontario

    FALL SHOW OCTOBER 6TH , 2024 10:00am - 3:00pm ———————— FEATURING ———————– Antique tools of the various trades, collectible and usable farm, industry, kitchen and household collectibles, medical and scientific instruments, associated books and catalogues. 30+ SELECTED DEALERS ——-...
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    Hamilton Model Engineers Club

    Hi: There are two events coming up: 1) All-clubs day -- Sunday September 15, 2024 at the Hamilton Steam Museum. There will be free rides on the two model train lines on the site--fun for all ages! This is a combined effort of the Golden Horseshoe Live Steamers, the Toronto Society of Model...
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    why some people never get covid, finally some clarity

    Exactly. My Mom suffered from COPD for 10 years and ended up in hospital quite a number of times. Invariably in isolation. To visit her. we would be required to don mask, gown, gloves and booties. All of this was to reduce the chance of giving HER another infection. It had nothing to do...
  7. trlvn

    Best 10" lathe?

    If you are willing to look at an 11 X 26, you might want to check out Modern Tool: https://www.moderntool.com/listings/5056019-modern-11-swing-26-between-centers-cq6128x660a-lathe Also, I would not be concerned about buying from PrecisionMatthews. They appear to sell quite a few lathes into...
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    Hi from down under

    So you know what to expect... https://xkcd.com/2840
  9. trlvn

    Tips/Techniques Organizing steel.

    You would just need to glance at my 'office' to see that we are, in fact, kindred spirits! I've been suffering from 'clean shop syndrome' for the last couple of weeks. I tidied up before having a couple forum members over and haven't wanted to make a mess since. (I got over it this week.)...
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    Tips/Techniques Organizing steel.

    Up until recently, basically all the metal I had was pieces under 24 inches. I bought a couple of 4 inch waster water pipes and cut them to fit under my bench. The offcut is in the lower right. For steel that is better than basic low carbon, I try to remember to keep the end marked...
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